Monday, July 27, 2009

tech com class on 26th july 2009

26th july 2009
It’s already 26th July. The time passed so fast. Today is the time to to hand up my individual assignment. Luckily I finished n passed up d. hoho~~
Miss Azura has continued her chapter 3 which is bout technology computer. Thru this class, I may know more about uses of computer in different area. After the class, Ms Azura did spent out some time to help us check our assign n she’s giving us a chance to correct our mistake. Phew~~~luckily… hehe…

Apple MAC OS VS Micro Windows

22th july 2009
Learning Computer Technology in tech com class
This is the third chapter of tech com. I’ve learnt all about computer like hardware, software n others tat maybe I’m not so clear b4 cos I’m such an idiot in ICT. After tis class, I tink I might differentiate all tat things. Here got some info bout differences between Microsoft Windows and Apple Mac OS which I am going to share here.

"Apple is second to none in user experience," Bill Gribbons told MacNewsWorld. Gribbons is director of the Master of Science in Human Factors in Information Design at Bentley University and senior consultant to the Bentley University Design and Usability Center. "They turned it into an art form. Apple's (Nasdaq: AAPL) approach to product design is what distinguishes them from Microsoft (Nasdaq: MSFT) . Microsoft is not always focused on technology. It is not always a good experience for users and is not always easy to learn. It does not always fit the users' needs."

Certainly, both Microsoft's and Apple's operating systems have changed dramatically over the years.
The two systems share a common lineage, of sorts. Windows was released in 1985 and was at least inspired (if not copied) from the earliest Mac OS, which Microsoft had access to as a Mac software developer. Apple actually sued Microsoft in the 1980s for "borrowing" their ideas, according to Edward Shepard, marketing manager of Apple sales professional for Small Dog Electronics.
"Forward 25 years, and it can be argued that Microsoft borrowed many ideas for Vista's look and feel from Mac OS X. Likewise, Apple has also borrowed ideas from Windows over the years. The two OSes are like two competitive, wealthy cousins from different sides of a single family tree," Shepard told MacNewsWorld.
From these entwined origins, the two systems embarked on different paths and gathered families of followers either born into the fold or converted to it. For instance, Apple has emphasized the seamless integration of software and hardware, as well as a core focus on graphical feedback. Windows was designed as a licensed product to run on thousands of different computer models produced by dozens of companies around the world, according to Shepard.

Core Differences
Apple's approach made it easier for developers to assure compatibly and reliability. However, it has also limited the size of Apple's user base, which stood at about 30 million users in early 2008, Shepard noted.
Meanwhile, Microsoft emphasized getting as large a user base as possible for Windows. Now, somewhere around 90 percent of computer users run Windows. On a global scale, having a dominant OS probably helped facilitate mass adoption of personal computers. On the other hand, it also made Windows an attractive and easy target for viruses, Trojans, worms, and other computer attacks, he added.
These two paths followed distinctively different design passions, and it's in the design that the essence of their souls emerge.
Mac OS X has a restrained, coolly calculating soul that effectively handles its business, though perhaps doesn't always tell you about everything on its mind. As a human, Mac OS X would be an efficient, dedicated concierge that smoothly does his job, albeit with an air of quiet superiority. Windows has an aggressive, do-it-all soul, but often huffs and puffs to remind you it's working hard (even if it's for your benefit). As a human, Windows would be a sweaty middle manager stomping around the office, reliable enough and "surprisingly good at karaoke," quipped Shepard.

Distinct by Design
Peeling back the trappings of each OS unveils a closer glimpse at the architectural differences that separate Mac and Windows systems. At the root of the architecture lies the core programming.
"Windows was built around networking. Its foundation is on highly modifiable DLLs (Dynamic Link Libraries) to support many applications and a registry file for multiple configurations. On the Mac side, the OS is based on Unix, Mach and the Apple OS structure," Gene Spafford, professor in the department of computer sciences at Purdue University, told MacNewsWorld.
Mach is an operating system microkernel Carnegie Mellon University developed to support operating system research. The basis of the Mac OS X is still the core built by Carnegie Mellon.

Architectural Differences
Windows' design set led to the growth of an OS that was full of tweeks. The Windows of today evolved from the NT/Windows 2000 structure. It facilitated drag-and-drop convenience and easy-to-install applications, Spafford explained. In contrast, the Mac OS seldom put in a shared library to install applications.
Instead, the Mac uses permissions like Unix. No large-scale system management is needed. The result: When something installs on an Apple computer, the user knows it. The installation cannot happen silently.
Another difference is that most configuration settings on the Mac are in plain text. There is no arcane registry setting like in Windows, and the kernel stays minimal.
"This is the overall Mac philosophy of how things get added in. Microsoft extended the design to add to the kernel," Spafford said.

Growing Together
Both the Mac and Windows operating systems are inherently different today than their earlier generations. Apple had a shift in technology that brought an end to the single-threaded OS that was similar to DOS (Disk Operating System), according to Spafford. Windows designers began peeling away the DOS core upon which the Windows GUI (graphical user interface) was applied with the migration to Windows XP.
Similarly, Mac OS 9 was creaking under the load. Steve Jobs, who at this point had returned to head up Apple once again, changed the operating system to make the OS X into a new design, explained Spafford.
"What was novel was its ability to seamlessly emulate OS 9 running under OS X, much like VMware (NYSE: VMW) functions today. This enabled users to switch over without losing their software. The new version strengthened Unix as the underlying kernel," he said.

The Connection
One of the main aspects of the Mac soul is the connection its designers have with Mac users. Gribbons, who specializes in studying how people interact with systems, describes Mac developers as having a deep, intimate understanding of what people want and value.
"Apple maps the system design to whatever product they do to that model. Apple always feels like a user's best friend," said Gribbons.
With Apple, users enjoy a carefully orchestrated experience that is not accidental. From the way it is marketed, sold, packaged and supported, it is designed to be seamless.
"You don't see that from Microsoft," he said.

What's the Difference?
Differences abound in the two systems, but both can do essentially the same things, according to Fernando Machado, who has a decade of experience running a computer maintenance and service business and is a computer expert on JustAnswer.com.
"Windows is better for gaming due to the large amount of games that are available for it. Mac, however, has better overall security and is less prone to attackers," he told MacNewsWorld.
The differences in OS design reflect a clear distinction in what attracts the user base. For instance, the Mac is designed more for graphical and multimedia functions and tends to run better than Windows doing so. Windows, however, is much better with statistical applications as well as office applications. It also seems that Windows is easier for the user to customize, Machado explained.
Roots of Design
Windows is designed to be a do-it-all-at-any cost OS, which has its benefits and complications, Shepard added. For example, there are six versions of Windows Vista, and there will be six versions of Windows 7, all listed at different prices. In contrast, Apple simply sells one fully loaded version of OS X for one price (US$129). This version even includes Boot Camp for installing Windows on a Mac if desired.
"The biggest difference between the two goes back to their origins. Windows tries to be everything to everyone, is phenomenally successful, but has a history of security vulnerabilities, peripheral incompatibilities (ironically enough), and upgrade confusion. Apple still has a more restrained consumer focus, still controls the design and engineering of its hardware and software, competes hard in some demographics but is content letting others go. Thus, it has a smaller user base," Shepard summarized.
All things considered, the two OSes are starting to become quite similar, according to Mike Palumbo, an IT specialist for the Center for Instructional Technology at Eastern Connecticut State University.
Most OS preference these days is driven by the same brand loyalty that divides Ford and Chevy owners and Coke and Pepsi drinkers, he said -- and the arguments that ensue are often the equivalent of "Tastes Great! vs. Less Filling!"

History of tech com...

19th july 2009
Today class is actually about the revolution of technology communication. It’s sth like study the history of technology communication, also the most boring part!!!
There are four era of communication like writing communication era, printing communication era, telecommunication era and communication interactive era. I think it almost the same thing like ICT class and Media and Society class tat I took at last 2 sem.
Even though it’s quite boring to knw the history but it’s very important to know who created what. Without these celebrities, we won’t have such comfortable life now. For example, we can do our assignment by using laptop and xnit to use handwriting. We also can print out out notes by printer. HaHA~~
Well, this is a simple exam ques tat I predict will come out for this sem . HahA~~
Who is the the inventor of telephone?
P/S: Answer my ques can get A for this paper lo. Just drop me comment! ^.^

Saturday, July 18, 2009

Class Activities

15th July 2009.
Assignment again…
Today, lecturer starts teaching already. It’s about the introduction to technology communication. I think it’s almost the same with ICT paper which I took in sem1. But, I think I’m almost return what I’ve learnt to the lecturer after two semesters. OMG!!! Don’t know whether my friend got facing the same problem with me???
Because of some technical problem, so lecturer has to teach without slide show. After that, Miss Azura asked us to think about the weaknesses of printed and electronic media and pick some student to ask. Hmmm…I’m a bit out of idea during that moment and so unfortunately my name was called by Miss Azura. T.T Luckily, I still can answer it. HAHA… Thank God! For me, the most interested part of the class today is the optical illusion that showed by Miss Azura because it’s only picture and no words. Hehe…
P/S: Just drop me a comment if I miss out anything. ^.^

Second Class

12th July 2009.
This is also one part of my assignment. Just like a diary of what I’ve learn in my tech com class. Luckily this assignment no needs to find and read journal, so it’s kind that easy for me. Or else, I think I’ll be crazy with my 13 assignments!!! T.T
Well, this blog is just about what happened today during the class. Because today is just the second class, so our lecturer still haven’t start lecture. BUT, she gave lot of assignment to us. T.T The first assignment is creates an e-blogger and post a blog after her class every time like what I’m doing now. The second assignment is summarizing a journal. OMG….it’s my weaknesses to find and read the whole article. The worst is this assignment need to hand up by 26th July. T.T Hopefully I can finish it faster and do it correctly. The third assignment is to describe the latest communication development. The last assignment is a group assignment. We need to find one new technologies and criticize it. I think this might be the hardest one and also the most challenging one.
Hmmm…I always think that how good if there’s no assignment in this world. @.@ but, the fact tells me
IMPOSSIBLE!!!
P/S: Pls wake up from dream and do your assignment!


Tuesday, July 14, 2009

Knowing my classmate

12th July 2009. 2100.
Wow~~ this is my first blog which wrote in English. OMG…must be a lot of grammar mistake! Just please don’t laugh at me. Well, actually this is a part of my technology communication assignment and we are allowed to use either English or BM to write this, but I chosen English. WHY?! To improve my English lo! >.<
Hmmm…today is only the second class of tech communication. So, most of us still don’t know each other. So, our 1st assignment of this course is to know all the classmates and write it into a blog. However, there’s only 40 student attended the class today, so I have to miss somebody’s information. It’s too bad! Just leave me a comment if I make any mistake of your information ya, ok?
Name Hometown Hobby Favourite place Favourite colour
1. Name :Simon
Hometown:Penang
Hobby:Play piano
Favourite place:Red Box
Favourite colour:Purple

2. Name:Ridwan
Hometown:Nigeria
Hobby:Talking
Favourite place:KL
Favourite colour:Blue

3. Name:Nad
Hometown:Kedah
Hobby:Read novel
Favourite place:Her room
Favourite colour:Blue

4. Name:Ah Yien
Hometown:Sarawak
Hobby:Read novel
Favourite place:Book shop
Favourite colour:Purple

5. Name:Hanis
Hometown:Penang
Hobby: Surf internet & reading
Favourite place:shopping centre
Favourite colour:Purple

6. Name:Lea
Hometown:Kuala Kangsar, Perak
Hobby:Reading
Favourite place:Food court
Favourite colour:White

7. Name:Mimi
Hometown:Ipoh,Perak
Hobby:Singing
Favourite place:Her hometown
Favourite colour:Black

8. Name:Za
Hometown:Terengganu
Hobby:Chatting
Favourite place:shopping centre
Favourite colour:Blue

9. Name:Sandra
Hometown:Sabah
Hobby:Chatting
Favourite place:Room
Favourite colour:Black

10. Name:Naqidah
Hometown:Johor
Hobby:Reading
Favourite place:shopping centre
Favourite colour:Blue

11. Name:Mit
Hometown:Perlis
Hobby:Chatting
Favourite place:shopping centre
Favourite colour:Green

12. Name:Chan
Hometown:Johor
Hobby:Listening music
Favourite place:Waterfall
Favourite colour:Yellow

13. Name:Pei Chin
Hometown:Pahang
Hobby:Jogging
Favourite place:KL
Favourite colour:Blue

14. Name:Chuah
Hometown:Perak
Hobby:Singing
Favourite place:shopping centre
Favourite colour:Pink

15. Name:Sook Peng
Hometown:Kuantan, Pahang
Hobby:Watch movie
Favourite place:shopping centre
Favourite colour:Blue

16. Name:Mun
Hometown:Selangor
Hobby:Reading
Favourite place:shopping centre
Favourite colour:Blue

17. Name:Yen Pin
Hometown:Pahang
Hobby:Shopping
Favourite place:shopping centre
Favourite colour:Pink

18. Name:Ying
Hometown:Kedah
Hobby:Singing
Favourite place:shopping centre
Favourite colour:Purple

19. Name:Yaw
Hometown:KL
Hobby:Sleeping
Favourie place:YAB
Favourite colour:White

20. Name:Aaron
Hometown:Penang
Hobby:Football
Favourite place:Pub
Favourite colour:Black

21. Name:Anggie
Hometown:Indonesia
Hobby:Tennis
Favourite place:Cinema
Favourite colour:Blue

22. Name:Kong
Hometown:KL
Hobby:Football
Favourite place:YAB café
Favourite colour:Black

23. Name:Wai Kee
Hometown:Melaka
Hobby:Badminton
Favourite place:Café
Favourite colour:Green

24. Name:Cplus
Hometown:Penang
Hobby:Play computer
Favourite place:shopping centre
Favourite colour:Purple

25. Name:Fishi
Hometown:Pahang
Hobby:Badminton
Favourite place:Café
Favourite colour:Red

26. Name:Yana
Hometown:Sabah
Hobby:Surf internet
Favourite place:Timesquare& Sg.Wang
Favourite colour:All colour

27. Name:Kalai
Hometown:Sp, Kedah
Hobby:Chatting
Favourite place:Langkawi
Favourite colour:Black& White

28. Name:Seha
Hometown:Terengganu
Hobby:Chatting
Favourite place:Putrajaya
Favourite colour:White& Black

29. Name:Nadia
Hometown:Perak
Hobby:Surf internet
Favourite place:shopping centre
Favourite colour:Purple

30. Name:Miey
Hometown:Perlis
Hobby:Wall climbing
Favourite place:Café
Favourite colour:Red, White &Black

31. Name:Say'are
Hometown:Sepang, Selangor
Hobby:Surf internet
Favourite place:Putrajaya
Favourite colour:Pink

32. Name:Sam
Hometown:Perak
Hobby:Listening music
Favourite place:Café
Favourite colour:Silver

33. Name:Ummi
Hometown:Kedah
Hobby:Chatting
Favourite place:Jitra
Favourite colour: Red

34. Name:Lina
Hometown: Sabah
Hobby:Listening radio
Favourite place: Room
Favourite colour: Green

35. Name:Nurul
Hometown:Indonesia
Hobby:Travelling
Favourite place:Mall
Favourite colour: Brown

36. Name:Izahar
Hometown:Sp, Kedah
Hobby:Surf internet
Favourite place:Beach
Favourite colour:Green &Yellow

37. Name:Yusof
Hometown:Sg Puloh, Selangor
Hobby:Surf internet
Favourite place:KL
Favourite colour:Black &White

38. Name:Loges
Hometown:Kelantan
Hobby:Listening music
Favourite place:Tumpat
Favourite colour:Pink

39. Name:Roselin
Hometown:Johor
Hobby:Chatting
Favourite place:Friend's room
Favourite colour:White

40. Name:Katherine ( me)
Hometown:Klang, Selangor
Hobby:Badminton
Favourite place:shopping centre
Favourite colour:Blue